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Why Duke Transfer Darren Harris Could Be Indiana's Hidden X-Factor in 2026-27

Indiana has brought in seven total transfers in the 2026 offseason, six of whom come from high-major programs (mid-major transfer Justin Monden rounds out the portal class). Of those six players from power-conference squads, five were starters for their previous club.

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IU basketball recruiting: Class of 2027 names to know — top-20 wing Gabe Nesmith

Class of 2027 wing Gabe Nesmith is a name to know during this recruiting cycle. Indiana offered Nesmith a scholarship in February. Based on the average of the national rankings, Nesmith is a 4-star, the No.

Indiana Hoosiers News / Indiana Hoosiers on SI / May 26

Indiana Basketball’s 3 Non-Negotiables to Win the Big Ten in 2026-2027

Indiana posted a sub-.500 Big Ten record (9-11) in the inaugural year of Darian DeVries tenure in Bloomington. Heading into 2026-27, there is a belief

Indiana Hoosiers News / The Daily Hoosier / May 26

Trending for IU football: Hoosiers picking up national predictions for 2027 RB

IU football is trending in the recruitment of class of 2027 running back Da’Jon Talley-Rhodes. Talley-Rhodes said Tuesday on his X account he will announce his college commitment on June 3. Soon after that, national Rivals reporter Steve Wiltfong posted a prediction for Talley-Rhodes to commit to Indiana.

Indiana Hoosiers News / The Daily Hoosier / May 26

Indiana and Kentucky move date of 2026 basketball game at Lucas Oil Stadium

Indiana and Kentucky have announced a date change for their 2026 men’s basketball game at Lucas Oil Stadium. Previously set for Dec. 27, the game has been moved up to Nov.

Indiana Hoosiers News / The Daily Hoosier / May 26

Here are the IU football players who gain an extra year under 5-year eligibility

Universal five-year eligibility appears to be on track to become a reality in Division I college sports. The NCAA says it is going to vote on a five-year plan in June, and most national commentators believe it will pass with ease.

Indiana Hoosiers News / Yardbarker / May 26

Update shares if Raiders will stick with controversial Fernando Mendoza, Kirk Cousins plan

Have the early impressions made by Mendoza altered the Raiders' thinking regarding their Week 1 starting QB?

Fernando Mendoza was ‘really upset’ about having to miss OTAs

The 'NFL No.1-overall draft picks' quiz

Indiana Hoosiers News / The Daily Hoosier / May 25

Watch: IU football tight end Brock Schott gives interviews

Watch below as promising young IU football tight end Brock Schott met with Fort Wayne media over the last couple weeks. Schott transferred from Miami (Fla.) to Indiana during the offseason. He is listed at 6-foot-3 and 241 pounds on the Indiana roster and has four years of eligibility remaining.

Curt Cignetti News / HITC / May 25

Indiana Hoosiers coach’s brilliant response to driving the pace car at 2026 Indy 500

Indiana Hoosiers head coach Curt Cignetti delivered one of the best one-liners of the Indianapolis 500 weekend after driving the pace car before Sunday’s race at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

Curt Cignetti News / The Daily Hoosier / May 24

Look: Some of the sights and sounds from Curt Cignetti’s day at the Indy 500

IU football coach Curt Cignetti was the honorary pace car driver to start the 2026 Indianapolis 500. Below are some of the sights and sounds from his day via social media.

Curt Cignetti News / Ball Exclusives / May 24

Watch: Indiana HC Curt Cignetti drives pace car at Indy 500

The 2026 Indianapolis 500 is here and it was started off by a local legend. Indiana Hoosiers head coach Curt Cignetti was the pace car driver on Sunday, making several laps around the track before the race began.

Indiana Hoosiers News / Indiana Hoosiers on SI / May 24

Indiana Basketball Early Contender for 2028 Five-Star Antoine Caughman Jr.

Head man Darian DeVries and Indiana continue to toss their hat in the ring for high school prospects. Over the past week, the Hoosiers have extended a handful of offers – including one to Antoine Caughman Jr., a quickly-rising 2028 recruit.

Curt Cignetti News / The Daily Hoosier / May 23

Watch: Curt Cignetti prepares to drive the Indy 500 pace car

Watch as IU football coach Curt Cignetti goes through the preparation to drive the pace car at Sunday’s Indianapolis 500. The “start your engines” command for the 110th running of the Indianapolis 500 is scheduled for 12:38 p.m.

Indiana Hoosiers News / Indiana Hoosiers on SI / May 23

Indiana Basketball Extends Offer to Top 5 2028 Prospect Yann Kamagate

Every class features a handful of five-star prospects (some of whom are being actively pursued by Indiana). And don’t get it twisted: those players are all tremendously talented – hence the five-star status.

OG Anunoby News / The Daily Hoosier / May 23

Former IU basketball star OG Anunoby makes NBA All Defense team

For the second time in his professional career, former IU basketball star OG Anunoby made an NBA All Defense team. Anunoby was named to the Second Team All-Defense after finishing ninth in total voting.

Indiana Hoosiers News / The Daily Hoosier / May 22

IU football makes final four for in-state edge, two other 2027 prospects off the board

Indiana is battling three other Big Ten schools for class of 2027 in-state edge rusher Ifeanyi Emedobi. The Fort Wayne, Ind. (Northrop H.S.) product announced Friday evening his final four schools are IU, Michigan, Penn State and Minnesota.

Fernando Mendoza News / Yardbarker / May 23

Fernando Mendoza shares one thing he doesn't like about the NFL

The Las Vegas Raiders have one of the most buzzed-about quarterbacks in the NFL in rookie Fernando Mendoza, and he's getting his feet wet in the league.

Tom Brady already teaching Mendoza about becoming a great leader

Raiders HC sends message to Kirk Cousins as Mendoza learns offense

Emmitt Smith has bad feeling about Ashton Jeanty on the Raiders

Panthers' Derrick Brown has wild theory about Bryce Young criticisms

Brock Purdy is glad he feels more pressure after Mike Evans signing